1st print

HMCO '51 5th print A variant.

Another 1947 Swedish Hobbit just sold at auction - it seemed to be two extremely keen bidders slugging it out over the last few minutes - it went for c. $700 in spite of some issues with the condition:

https://auctionet.com/sv/2641587-j-r-r ... n-the-hobbit-or-a-journey

(and another copy which looked to be in rather better condition sold at auction for c. $600 in December)

Predictable Matt wrote:

Another 1947 Swedish Hobbit just sold at auction - it seemed to be two extremely keen bidders slugging it out over the last few minutes - it went for c. $700 in spite of some issues with the condition:

https://auctionet.com/sv/2641587-j-r-r ... n-the-hobbit-or-a-journey

(and another copy which looked to be in rather better condition sold at auction for c. $600 in December)

I think this is part of the larger run on Hobbits that is happening right now. I can remember a time when this edition was not all that popular based on the translation and cover art.

Description says the volume is signed by Father John Tolkien, although it is a stock photo which is disappointing. They also appear to have a Mr. Bliss signed by him too.

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The Silmarillion. Edited by Christopher ...

TOLKIEN, J. R. R.

31427257412

$699.42

Availability: InStock

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Mr. Underhill wrote:

Lord of The Rings Trilogy by J R R Tolkien 1976 First Edn, Impr. 12,10,10 1962/3

385418988201

Seller: hospiscare

(22501)

Ends 2023/6/15 12:56:08

Buy-It-Now:

£560.00

That went quick!